Easy Appetizer Idea: Jalapeno Popper Dip for Your Next Party

There is nothing I love more than a good party dip. And by that I mean a really good party dip. With March Madness in full swing and Cinco de Mayo around the corner (not to mention summer patio and pool parties) it got me thinking…what’s an easy appetizer dip? Ding, ding, Jalapeno Popper Dip! It’s my go-to party appetizer.  

Easy Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe

I can’t think of anything I love more than cheese. Well, maybe bacon, and guess what? They are both in this easy recipe. Add rich cream cheese and diced jalapeno peppers and you have the perfect game day food. If you love jalapeno poppers, trust me, you will love this jalapeno popper dip.

This recipe is a combination of rich cream cheese, mayo and sour cream, spicy diced jalapenos and colby-jack cheese, topped with bacon and baked until warm and gooey. The result is the most incredible dip, reminiscent of the appetizer we all love so much!

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Jalapeno Popper Dip Notes

  • You can swap out the regular cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream and mayo for the light versions. I don’t recommend using fat-free because it will not taste right or melt properly.
  • This dip can be made ahead of time and frozen. Simply allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer safe container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge the night prior to serving. Reheat and serve once thawed and ready to consume.
  • This dip is a great option for get-togethers, game days or any occasion where you are required to bring a dish. It’s an easy and well-appreciated pot luck dish.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, carrots sticks and celery and/or Ritz Crackers. It’s so delicious, and a hit at every party!

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Jalapeno Popper Dip

Yields: 6 servings

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

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Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 cups colby jack cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup jalapeno, minced and seeds removed
  • 6 pieces of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8” cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder and onion powder. Mix well to combine.
  3. Add shredded cheese, jalapenos, crumbled bacon and sliced green onions to the bowl. (Reserve a few of these ingredients to top off the mixture). Stir to incorporate.
  4. Spread cream cheese mixture into the prepared skillet. Top off with reserved ingredients.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown
  6. Serve warm with chips, carrot sticks and/or celery sticks.
  7. Store leftover dip tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes:

  • This dip can be made ahead and frozen. Simply allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer safe container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge the night prior to serving. Reheat and serve once thawed and ready to consume.
  • This dip is a great option for get-togethers, game days or any occasion where you are required to bring a dish.

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Yield: 8

Jalapeno Popper Dip

Jalapeno Popper Dip

This is a super easy appetizer for parties, as a snack or for game day food.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 cups colby jack cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup jalapeno, minced and seeds removed
  • 6 pieces of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8” cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder and onion powder. Mix well to combine.
  3. Add shredded cheese, jalapenos, crumbled bacon and sliced green onions to the bowl. (Reserve a few of these ingredients to top off the mixture). Stir to incorporate.
  4. Spread cream cheese mixture into the prepared skillet. Top off with reserved ingredients.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown
  6. Serve warm with chips, carrot sticks and/or celery sticks.
  7. Store leftover dip tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • This dip can be made ahead and frozen. Simply allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer safe container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge the night prior to serving. Reheat and serve once thawed and ready to consume.
  • This dip is a great option for get-togethers, game days or any occasion where you are required to bring a dish.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 453Total Fat: 40gSaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 652mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 20g

Carol Calacci

You may also like to try more of our easy appetizers like A Better Game Day Snack: Keto Skillet Buffalo Chicken Dip and Gluten Free Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza Bites are a Game Day Hit.

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